sbic56

sbic56 BSN, RN

Obstetrics, M/S, Psych

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  1. Cutters

    sbic56 replied to wannabepsychnurse's topic in Psychiatric

    http://talentdevelop.com/cutting.html I think this quote I took from this site explains cutting pretty well. Interesting site to check out for insight into the mind of those who

  2. Nursing Issue - Medication Aides

    sbic56 replied to M&MRN2005's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I wish you hadn't felt like you were going out on a limb to tell your story, but I understand how you might feel some trepidation in expressing yourself. It's good to hear the positive experiences of...

  3. Please share with me your experiences with this....

    sbic56 replied to *LA*'s topic in Hospice, Palliative

    That is very interesting regarding the dog's reaction. I know there are many stories of animals being sensitive to what seems to be supernatural presence. I imagine hospice nurses must have witnessesd...

  4. Lawsuit?

    sbic56 replied to LearningRN's topic in Medical-Surgical

    So sorry this is happpening to you. This is so blown out of porportion! If this is an isolated incident for you, I can''t see where you have much to worry about. There was no injury. Nurses do not...

  5. How did you find out about allnurses?

    sbic56 replied to cnelle101's topic in General Nursing

    Best answer I've seen yet!

  6. What's the StraightDope on recapping needles?

    sbic56 replied to Roland's topic in General Nursing

    Good point. I got stuck once with an insulin needle that came right through the side of the cap. I didn't expect

  7. How did you find your "niche"?

    sbic56 replied to NurseCard's topic in General Nursing

    I think some nurses find a specialty, are great in that area and want to stay there forever, which is great! On the other hand, nursing being the way it is, also suits those, like me, who may be more...

  8. How did you find out about allnurses?

    sbic56 replied to cnelle101's topic in General Nursing

    Yup. I've lurked alot and gone through periods of posting regularly, but been long enough so I can't remember where it all started. Seen alot of evolution take place,

  9. What's the StraightDope on recapping needles?

    sbic56 replied to Roland's topic in General Nursing

    Ideally, you have a sharps container nearby to place used needles in or you draw up just before use at bedside and administer. Sometimes, you have to recap. If done properly, you won't stick yourself....

  10. What's the StraightDope on recapping needles?

    sbic56 replied to Roland's topic in General Nursing

    Argh!! To the bone! I can feel that from here! Touche!

  11. OB nurses, what do you do in adoption situations?

    sbic56 replied to estrogen's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Your sincere thanks are just the thing that keep nurses going, but as one yourself, you know that! I'm sure you are every bit as giving and compassionate as those nurses who were there for you....

  12. OB nurses, what do you do in adoption situations?

    sbic56 replied to estrogen's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I'm glad your nurses stood up your mother through it all. Your choices were respected and honored, which is the way it should be. They should have had the forethought to not place you with mothers...

  13. Cutters

    sbic56 replied to wannabepsychnurse's topic in Psychiatric

    I appreciate your thoughtful and encouraging reply. I agree that you have probably received better treatment in a private hospital. Your story is an inspiring one for those who are trying to overcome...

  14. Cutters

    sbic56 replied to wannabepsychnurse's topic in Psychiatric

    I thought this was a nice informative site about teenage cutting. http://kidshealth.org/teen/your_mind/mental_health/cutting.html Healthy boundaries are very important when it comes to working with...

  15. Cutters

    sbic56 replied to wannabepsychnurse's topic in Psychiatric

    Good advice to wannabepsychnurse regarding caring for teenagers who cut, psychpt. Yes, I know BPD is a controversial diagnosis and agree labels can be harmful. The point I was more getting at was that...

  16. Depo Provera used in Post Partum Units

    sbic56 replied to Selittle's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Same practice here as far as depo use postpartum in regards to avoiding it while breastfeeding, though sometimes is given once BF well established. Those who wish to receive it who aren't...

  17. Removing foleys after cesareans

    sbic56 replied to obnursesteff's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Foley's stay in 24 hours max, may come out earlier if patient prefers and can walk to the bathroom. IV fluids X24 hours usually. IM Demerol until taking po, then Percocet. Anesthesia orders that IV...

  18. Extreme Fatigue in a 26 y/o Female

    sbic56 replied to June55Baby's topic in General Nursing

    Absolutely agree with this. June's daughter is not getting the medical attention she needs and the people who have posted on this thread are trying to help by bounce ideas around. Nobody is diagnosing...

  19. OB nurses, what do you do in adoption situations?

    sbic56 replied to estrogen's topic in Ob/Gyn

    kiyasmom Wow. Great true story and powerful testimony to why the nurse should take a supportive rather than a directive role when it comes to an important decision as this. Of course, most who give...

  20. what can nurses do besides "nurse"?

    sbic56 replied to Candidnt's topic in Nursing Career

    I think the majority of nurses agee, nursing isn't that bad overall. True enough that after awhile one can get sick and tired of the stress and problems that come with the job. The good thing is, with...

  21. Cutters

    sbic56 replied to wannabepsychnurse's topic in Psychiatric

    You'll see people who cut on the psych ward, but treatment is best delivered on an outpatient basis, so any admission will probably be a very short one or should be. These people usually carry a...

  22. OB nurses, what do you do in adoption situations?

    sbic56 replied to estrogen's topic in Ob/Gyn

    It's easier to understand that the mom may want the best for her baby and is wise enough to realize she is not in a position to deliver that. To me that is admirable and a true expression of love to...

  23. OB nurses, what do you do in adoption situations?

    sbic56 replied to estrogen's topic in Ob/Gyn

    (Sorry this is OT, all,but this post was begging a reply) Be careful how you judge others by your own experiences. I raised my 2 sons alone and yes, it was hard, but very rewarding. I never once saw...

  24. Extreme Fatigue in a 26 y/o Female

    sbic56 replied to June55Baby's topic in General Nursing

    June55Baby Wow...seems your daughter has done nearly everything imaginable to figure this thing out, at least locally. If I were her i'd make the 8 hour trip, if she thinks it will bring her an...

  25. OB nurses, what do you do in adoption situations?

    sbic56 replied to estrogen's topic in Ob/Gyn

    mugawump and SBE give great advice. It is probably the nurse that is most uncomfortable in this situation as the patient has had months to come to her decision. What she really needs is the nurses...